Downloads & streaming for everyone. Great to use at home or on-the-go!

Enjoying books, music, and videos has gotten even easier! You can do it from anywhere, on your desktop or mobile device. Libby will allow blocked cards to be used during the closure.
There are many ways to get eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, movies, TV shows, music, and more for enjoyment on your devices. Find your favorite or use them all!
OverDrive & the Libby App
OverDrive provides a huge collection of downloadable audiobooks, eBooks in all genres, and magazines, and their free Libby app works with almost any device. OverDrive is provided through a collaboration of SAILS member libraries. Create an account with your Library card number and PIN.
hoopla​
hoopla digital provides Pembroke card holders with thousands of movies, television shows, music albums, audiobooks, eBooks, and graphic novels available for temporary mobile download and online access. Each cardholder may borrow 5 hoopla items per month. Create an account with your library card number and PIN.
Kanopy​
Kanopy is a video streaming service that provides instant access to thousands of critically acclaimed movies, documentaries, Great Courses, and kids' favorites. Kanopy partners with studios like A24, The Criterion Collection, PBS, and more to bring your library access to thoughtful entertainment. Each cardholder may view 8 items per month.
  • Get started here: select the “Add Library Card” button on the lower left, enter your library card credentials, and create an account using your preferred email.
  • Also available as an app in the App & Play stores.
Mango Languages
​Start the conversation in your choice of over 70 world languages and dialects through courses crafted using conversational methodology. Each lesson combines real life situations and audio from native speakers with simple, clear instructions.
SAILS Library App
The SAILS Mobile app offers a new level of access to everything our library network has to offer - wherever you are and whenever you need it!
  • Search the SAILS catalog by title, author, subject, keyword, or barcode (using your device's camera)
  • Go cardless by scanning your card(s) into the app
  • Manage your account by viewing your checked-out items, holds, fines, and account information
  • Link accounts for family members
Enhance your library experience and download the app.
Boston Public Library
​Apply online for an eCard for instant access to the BPL's collection of eBooks, streaming media, and digital magazines.
Library Resources & Databases Online
The library has a collection of reference titles on a variety of subjects. We also provide a variety of online resources for use from the library or your home. Browse by:
  • Resources A to Z: If you already know the database you need, this is an easy alphabetical list.
  • Resources by Subject: Searching from home? Start here - not only are our online resources listed, but there are also links to other websites that may help you with your research.